Year 4
Welcome to Year 4! We are 4 Ash and 4 Pine
We are READY, RESPECTFUL and SAFE
Staff
Important Information
The gates will open from 8:30am. The class register will be taken at 8:45am and learning will begin immediately after this. It is vital that pupils are on time to school so that they do not miss any important learning.
Pupils should bring to school each day:
- A water bottle with their name on
- Suitable clothing for the weather to ensure they are comfortable during outdoor break times
- A packed lunch (if required)
- Children can being in their own healthy snacks for play time
Pupils are to be collected from school at 3:15pm
P.E. and Swimming
- 4 Pine have outdoor P.E. every Monday and swimming every Wednesday
- 4 Ash have outdoor P.E. every Wednesday and Friday
- Children should come to School in their P.E kits. Jewellery and watches must be removed for P.E and Swimming lessons
Please click here for details of PE kit and school uniform
Homework is given out every Friday and is due back the following week. Homework is optional to complete
Multiplication
Children in year 4 should know all of their times tables (up to 12 x 12) in preparation for the multiplication in the summer term. We will practise these in class and it would be beneficial for children to practise these at home. Children should be able to answer each question within 6 seconds.
Class dojo will be used to pass on messages and information so please ensure that you have access to this
Key Dates
Autumn 1
Inset day - Monday 1st September
Inset day - Friday 2nd October
Last day - Friday 23rd October
This half term we will be learning...
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In English, we will be writing diary entries based on Secrets of a Sun King, focusing on writing from a character’s point of view and expressing thoughts and feelings clearly. We will then begin reading Macy and the Riddle of the Sphinx and write a story continuation about Macy discovering Ra’s boat. Throughout these units, we will be developing our use of expanded noun phrases, fronted adverbials, conjunctions and accurate punctuation to make our writing more detailed and engaging.
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In Maths, we will be recapping place value and developing our addition and subtraction skills. This will include understanding the value of digits in tens, hundreds and thousands, reading, writing, comparing and ordering numbers, and using mental and written methods to solve addition and subtraction calculations.
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In Science, we will be learning about States of Matter. This will include identifying and comparing solids, liquids and gases, exploring how materials can change state through heating and cooling, and investigating the water cycle and how matter changes in the world around us.
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In History, we will be learning about Ancient Egypt. This will include finding out about the lives of the Ancient Egyptians, the importance of the River Nile, the role of pharaohs and pyramids, and how Ancient Egypt became one of the world's earliest civilisations.
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In R.E., we will be learning about Sikhism and how the lives and teachings of the Gurus inspire Sikh believers. This will include exploring the qualities of the Sikh Gurus, understanding their important messages, and discovering how Sikhs follow their examples in their daily lives.
Reading Focus
Who Let The Gods Out by Maz Evans
Links to use at home
https://home.oxfordowl.co.uk/learning-at-home-8-9/
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